5 Groats (Vic,cross) 1641 front 5 Groats (Vic,cross) 1641 back
5 Groats (Vic,cross) 1641 photo
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5 Groats Vic,cross

1641 year
Silver (.931) 12 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States)
King
Louis XIII of France (1641-1643)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1641
Value
5 Groats (½)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
12 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#110703
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Long cross divides legend, annulet in first and fourth angles, three bezants in second and third angles. Legend around, between beaded circles.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CIVITAS VICEN 1641

Translation: City of Vic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Groats (Vic,cross) 1641 coin from the Principality of Catalonia is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which is not commonly found on coins from this region. This cross is believed to have been added to the design to signify the coin's connection to the Catholic Church.